National Copper Fair: The Exhibition of the Copper Soul

If you are near Pátzcuaro during the month of August, we invite you to witness the highest artistic expression of Michoacán: the National Copper Fair. This celebration is not just a craft market; it's a weeks-long festival where the entire town honors fire, metal, and the talent that has brought it worldwide fame. Santa Clara del Cobre.

The Metallic Heart: The National Competition

The soul of the fair is prestige. You will witness the National Hammered Copper Competition, the event where master goldsmiths compete to create the perfect piece. It is the moment where the legacy of generations is put to the test before your eyes:

• Exhibition and Sale: You can admire and purchase everything from monumental pots and trays to fine jewelry and miniatures. You'll also see live hammering demonstrations, feeling the heat of the forges and the rhythm of the hammer.

Faith and Tradition: The Sacred Calendar

The fair takes place within the framework of the patron saint festivities, centered on the Parish of Saint Clare of Assisi, the spiritual heart of the people. Apúntate estas fechas clave to experience the full tradition:

• The Beginning (August 2): It all begins with the emotional pilgrimage of the artisans to the temple.

• Saint Clare of Assisi (August 11 and 12): These are the days dedicated to the patron saint of the town.

• Our Lady of the Tabernacle (August 15): The festival reaches its climax celebrating this venerated image, coinciding with the Assumption.

During these days, the streets are filled with parades, traditional dances (such as folk ballet), sports competitions, and fireworks displays that light up the night.

Flavor and Tradition: A Gastronomic Immersion

The experience isn't complete without the flavors of the region. The Fair is the setting for the delicious Atole Festival and the Gastronomic Encounter, where you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional Purépecha cuisine in its most authentic form.

Your Cultural Visit: We highly recommend including Santa Clara del Cobre in your August itinerary. We consider it to be one of the most complete experiences in Michoacán: it combines copper art, viceregal history, and gastronomy, all just minutes from Pátzcuaro.